Students will gain a deeper understanding of physical anatomy and physiology from a Western perspective, as well as the energy anatomy of the subtle inner body.

Students will learn about the major systems of the body and their interrelationships relevant to the work of a yoga therapist

Students will also learn about biomechanics and movement as they relate to the practice of yoga, as well as knowledge of the interaction between the body, breath, mind, intellect and emotions in health and well-being

Yoga Therapy Methodology: Assessing and Intake Skills (30 hours)

Students will learn assessment skills

Students’ will learn to hone their ability to observe misalignment in the body and offer appropriate verbal and physical assists and adjustments.

Students will learn how to maintain a presence as a therapist, how to cultivate an ability to hold space for a range of clients

Student will learn how to address structural imbalances and misalignments in both a one-on-one and group setting

Students will be trained in the art of asking skillful questions during an intake interview

Yoga, Trauma, Mental Health and Specialty Populations (30 hours)

During this course, students will gain an understanding of causes and processes of disease in the body, and common imbalances and injuries of the human body.

Yoga Therapists are exposed to various medical conditions and physical injuries, requiring students to become familiar with, and knowledgeable in, various pathophysiological cases so that they can meet their clients’ needs, provide effective treatment plans and avoid causing harm.

This course will include lectures and workshops taught by various experts in the Yoga Therapy industry, focusing on specific conditions and populations and applications of Yoga Therapy suited to each. Through this course, students will broaden their exposure to various approaches in yoga therapy, offering a glimpse into various areas of specialization in their careers. Students will learn about the population/condition, benefits of yoga techniques, indications, contraindications and the most potent tools for treatment. Specialty populations include individuals who are:moving through grief, depression & anxiety, in recovery from addictions and trauma, seniors experiencing chronic pain, Muscular-skeletal injury, Athletes, Stress-related illness, Chronic fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Asthma. Heart disease, Cancer

Working With Other Health Professionals (20 hours)

What they are

The general processes of how other health professionals treat patients

Shared Language

Philosophy & Lifestyle (20 hours)

From a yoga perspective, students will learn more about own personal philosophies, biases, etc.

Students will gain a deeper textual and experience of Yogic philosophy, while creating a better understanding of the impact philosophy has on both differential diagnosis and treatment in therapy

Students will learn how to communicate yoga philosophy & lifestyle to other students and clients

The Business of Yoga Therapy (10 hours):

Covers practical business knowledge

How to market yourself authentically and professionally

How to build and manage a caseload

How to market workshops and courses

Students will learn how to manage finances and expenses

Students will also learn about the therapist-client relationship, harnessing a thorough understanding of waivers, insurance, liability and record-keeping,

Students will learn other skills essential for running a business in the yoga therapy industry